Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1618

MARAD Seeks Comments on Proposed Coastwise Use of the M/V BEAR PAW

MARAD is seeking public comments on the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built passenger vessel M/V BEAR PAW. - Government agency: U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD). - Matter under review: MARAD is considering an eligibility determination concerning the vessel’s proposed coastwise use. - Vessel: M/V BEAR PAW, described as a foreign-built small passenger vessel carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. - Key consideration: Comments will inform MARAD’s assessment of potential effects on U.S. vessel builders and coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. - Procurement status: This is a request for public comments, not a procurement or award; no products, services, quantities, part numbers, OEMs, or vendors are identified.

Description

MARAD is soliciting comments on a determination request concerning the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V BEAR PAW. The request relates to a vessel carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. Comments are intended to help determine whether the proposed use could adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are due by November 9, 2026.

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